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Sunday, March 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee community members support Tree House—an organization that gives kids in crisis a safe place to live with meals, clothes, and school supplies. The annual Fast Cars and Mason Jars event draws over 500 people—helping to keep vital services running for nearly 40 years. Tallahassee Democrat
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee and north Florida face strong storms as a bad system comes tonight into early Sunday morning—wind gusts may reach 40 mph and there is a chance for EF-2 tornadoes and large hail. Residents should charge their weather radios and secure loose objects indoors since falling trees could cause power outages—making safety a top concern. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Residents with bats in their attics, barns, or sheds must remove them by April 15 using approved exclusion devices—Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission advises checking buildings before mating season begins. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee NOAA Weather Radio emergency broadcast is off the air after losing its signal this afternoon as a severe storm system with deadly tornadoes approaches the Big Bend — a trouble ticket is open with Verizon while local officials advise residents to use alternative sources for updates. Repair crews are investigating a loud hum on the communication line that also disrupted service during recent record rainfall. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ State Rep. Demi Busatta proposed an amendment in HB 535 that bans automatic gratuity for parties under six and requires menus and receipts to clearly state service charges—this bill now moves to the Criminal Justice Subcommittee while a similar Senate measure advances. The move aims to address consumer complaints and update service charge practices. Local 10
- ➤ On Friday, a federal appeals court upheld Florida’s 2018 law that raises the minimum age to buy long guns to 21 in a vote of eight to four, ruling that the measure fits the state’s long history of regulating firearms—while House lawmakers are planning to repeal the age restriction. The decision allows current gun laws to remain in effect as officials continue to discuss possible revisions. Tallahassee Democrat
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Luke Loucks was named Florida State's new men's basketball coach when he was introduced last Monday. The 34-year-old from Clearwater, who worked with the Golden State Warriors, signed a five-year deal for $2 million — he plans to use his FSU background to rebuild the team. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ At the Donald L. Tucker Center, 40 bull riders bucked on Friday night during the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour in Tallahassee. Saturday evening featured a championship round with the Top 10 riders plus intense contests as they competed for the title. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ No. 10 FSU softball swept Pittsburgh in a doubleheader Saturday at the Seminole Softball Complex — winning game one 13-0 and game two 3-1. The team, on a five-game win streak, will host No. 21 Alabama on Wednesday at 7 p.m. — then play Duke in a three-game series starting Friday at 6 p.m. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ FSU coach Josh Storms said new football players have begun Tour of Duty—tough preseason workouts that started in January. He praised transfer players Adrian Medley and Micah Pettus, freshman defensive backs Shamar Arnoux and Max Redmon, returning leader Darrell Jackson Jr. and new quarterback Thomas Castellanos as they prepare for spring practice on March 19. Tallahassee Democrat
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Mercer Bears vs. Florida State Seminoles Baseball Game
The Florida State Seminoles will host the Mercer Bears for a baseball game at Dick Howser Stadium in Tallahassee.
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Royal Hanneford Circus at North Florida Fair
The Royal Hanneford Circus will perform at the North Florida Fair in Tallahassee, offering a family-friendly circus experience.
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Jubilee Gospel Music Festival 2025
The Jubilee Gospel Music Festival features renowned gospel artists Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Kirk Franklin in a two-night concert event at Adderley Amphitheater, showcasing powerful performances and special guests.
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Royal Hanneford Circus
1:00 PM — North Florida Fair — Ticketed event — Enjoy thrilling performances and family fun at the Royal Hanneford Circus.
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Gamescape Pokémon League
2-6 p.m. — Gamescape — Free entry — Engage with fellow fans in Pokémon Trading Card and video game battles while competing for prizes.
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Florida Gators vs. Florida State Seminoles Softball
6-11:59 p.m. | Joanne Graf Field | Tickets available via UNATION | Catch the thrilling matchup of Gators and Seminoles softball live in Tallahassee.
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Violent Femmes with Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra
8-10 p.m. — Adderley Amphitheater — Tickets from $52 — Experience a symphonic rendition of classic punk-folk hits with Violent Femmes and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra.
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Florida State Seminoles vs. Wake Forest Demon Deacons Baseball
2-6 p.m. — Dick Howser Stadium — Check with venue for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting college baseball matchup in Tallahassee.
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The Casualties EP Release Show
9-11:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $10 over 21, $12 under 21 — Celebrate local music with The Casualties and special guests Palace Rats and The Yeah Babys.
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Coolbreeze Art & Smooth Jazz Festival: Sankofa Concert
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cascades Park — Free entry for ages 9-18 — Enjoy an evening of jazz fusion and art with award-winning musicians.
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